Flights To Murcia Spain

Murcia Airport

Aeropuerto de Murcia     Ctra. del Aeropuerto,    30720, Santiago de la Ribera / Murcia    Airport Code: MJV    Telephone: 0034 968 172 000

The city is served by the San Javier Airport which is located 45 kms from the city. It is a 30 minute drive from the airport to the city. Though the airport is small, the number of tourists visiting the area is steadily increasing. The flying times for all flights to Murcia Airport from the UK is around 2 hours and 30 minutes. In 2006, the airport received 1,645,886 passengers, 18,136 flight operations and 6.9 tonnes of cargo. Due to the growing popularity of the region as a tourist destination, charter and budget airliner have started services to the airport. The airport now handles international flights from major airliner companies.

Murcia San Javier Airport		Murcia San Javier Airport carpark

The airport is modern, and all the facilities are to be found inside the complex. Banking services, communication facilities, restaurants, children’s play area, souvenir and gift shops are all here for the convenience of the passengers. The Development Minister, Magdalena Alvarez, has said that she plans to approve the new airport for Murcia in a ‘very short time’ It is also possible to reach here by the
El Altet airport in Alicante.

Transportation from the airport to the various areas and resorts is best done by a taxi or a car rental. The bus service connecting the airport to Murcia is very infrequent and there is no rail service. Taxis only carry a maximum of four people and there is limited luggage space.

In contrast, a lot of car rental companies operate their services from the airport. A car hire is a good choice for convenience and flexibility. Compare prices on the internet to get the best deal. Always reserve your car before you leave home to get the best deal and to ensure availability. Most rental companies provide airport drop off and pick up.